Buhr confirmed by Senate as ASPA board member

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Senate has confirmed the nomination of Mr. Douglas Buhr to the Board of Directors of the American Samoa Power Authority (ASPA), approving his appointment yesterday morning by a vote of 10 to 2. Mr. Buhr will serve...

Who has ‘right on their side?’ Most likely, the courts will tell

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Comments made by Governor Pulaalii N. Pula in a statement after signing the Fiscal Year 2026 budget bill have become the focus of Fono ire as lawmakers voice their constitutional authority, which is at the heart of...

“Pooch” reinstated as ASDOE athletics director

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Suaese Pooch Taase has been officially reinstated as the Athletics Director for the American Samoa Department of Education (ASDOE), a decision formally confirmed through a letter signed by the Director of Education,...

Pancakes for the kids set off domestic dispute

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On August 27, 2025, a young woman in distress called the police station and requested assistance after her boyfriend allegedly assaulted her in the presence of her children. The suspect was arrested and later charged...

Grown man allegedly assaults a teen for asking for his sunglasses back

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On August 24, 2025, the Leone Police Substation (LPS) received a call regarding a minor who was allegedly assaulted by an adult. The adult/ suspect was later identified as the victim’s neighbor and was charged with:...

EU Council Updates Tax Haven List Without Changes

Balboa Avenue, Panama City, X/ @AguaTransport October 10, 2025 Hour: 7:45 am The Council of the European Union has released its updated list of tax havens, which includes American Samoa, Anguilla, Fiji, Guam, Palau, Panama, Russia, Samoa, Trinidad...

Top teen footballer heads for U-17 World Cup, with UK opportunities to follow

10 October, 2025 On the mark… Ariana Vosper after scoring against American Samoa at the Oceania U16 tournament in Samoa in August Fifteen-year-old Ariana Vosper is off to the Under-17 Women’s Football World Cup, and has every chance of a bright...

Bill would require Fono approval of projects funded with ASEDA bonds

Senator Utu Sila Poasa has introduced a bill which would require the American Samoa Economic Development Authority, (ASEDA) to present all projects to be paid with bond proceeds to the Fono for approval prior to the issuance of new bonds. At...

Small Things Forgotten photo & caption

Foaga was used more than 500 years ago to sharpen stone tools, and it has been forgotten since the introduction of metal tools. These types of stone tools can be found everywhere in Samoa. This Foaga was recently found by National Park of American...

Senate approves resolution for SSIC to review and investigate excise tax disparities

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The Senate yesterday approved in final reading a Senate Resolution requesting the SSIC to review and investigate the disparity in personal and corporate tax collections for FY 2025. The Senate Resolution grants...

Global, Regional, and National Burdens of Inflammatory Bowel Disease in Women of Reproductive Age (15–49 Years) from 1992 to 2021

Introduction Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a chronic, relapsing condition that primarily includes Crohn’s disease (CD) and ulcerative colitis (UC).1 IBD most commonly affects young adults, with peak incidence between the ages of 15 and 30...

“Tiu Lelatasi Training” aims to end abuse and violence

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Opening ceremony was held recently for the Pae ma le Auli Organization hosted “Tiu Lelatasi Training”. The training is a multidisciplinary training funded through the Criminal Justice Planning Agency (CJPA) under the...

Man allegedly causes disturbance at taxi stand

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On August 24, 2025, a man called the Tafuna Police Substation (TPS) and requested assistance regarding a suspect who was allegedly intoxicated and causing a disturbance in Fagaima. The suspect was apprehended and...

Distressed mother calls police to take her son away

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — On August 17, 2025, a distressed mother called the Leone Police Substation (LPS) regarding her son, who allegedly threatened her bodily harm. The suspect was arrested and later charged with Count 1: Private Peace...

Fono to formally notify Gov he can only spend what is appropriated by the local House of Representatives

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Members of the Legislature have reached a unified agreement that the Senate President and House Speaker will formally notify the governor that he is not authorized to expend any funds from the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget...

Suva to host Miss Fiji Pageant from 10th to 13th December

Fiji is set to shine on the regional stage as it prepares to host both the Miss Fiji Pageant and the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant, celebrating culture, beauty, and empowerment across the Pacific. Speaking at the launch of the events, Minister for...

Trump restores Columbus Day to the elation of Italians, but some liberals resist

President Donald Trump has restored Columbus Day as a federal holiday, and Italians from Giorgia Meloni to American politicians are loving it. But some liberals in blue cities are resisting, continuing to embrace the alternate Indigenous Peoples'...

NM State Travels to Liberty for Tuesday Tilt

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico (KVIA) -- Coming off the Aggies’ most dominant win of the Tony Sanchez era, the Aggies will make their way to the east coast to take on Liberty in a midweek bout at Williams Stadium. The matchup against the Flames will serve...

Reserve Airmen of the 79th ARS Carry Warrior DNA Into the KC-46 Era

TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES 10.12.2025 TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif. – The story of the 79th Air Refueling Squadron began on the beaches of Normandy and continues today in the skies of the Pacific. From dropping paratroopers...

Off-island nominee to ASPA Board has local project experience

The Senate held a confirmation hearing Wednesday for one of the new nominees to the Board of Directors of the American Samoa Power Authority, Mr Douglas Buhr. He is to be the engineer expert on the board and one of the two off-island members. Buhr...